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  1. jtemplin3

    conflicting instructions about methods to add Calcium Hardness increaser

    Here are my current readings current my target pH 7.8 7.5 FC 3 4 CC .25 TA 50 80 CH 125 200 (I realized that i had been doing the test result math incorrectly :( since early June) CYA 30 40 I purchased a 25 lb pail of IDEAL Pool Products...
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    How to Lower pH and raise TA

    Greetings, I am in my sixth year of pool operation and am struggling with how to approach balancing my water. I need to add about .5 gal MA each week to keep the pH from going above 7.8. My understanding is that the acid will continue reduce the TA (or at least hold it lower than desired). Is...
  3. jtemplin3

    Advice needed - re-filling IG pool from well or other?

    I need to completely refill my 25,000 - 35,000 Gal IG pool. Unbeknownst to me, the rubber plug, installed by the previous owner, in place of the hydrostatic valve, popped out early last winter and the pool essentially drained. In past years, I have used well water via outside spigot (not...
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    Need to replace pump timer

    I am entering my 4th year of pool ownership. I have come to appreciate and rely heavily on the knowledge and support from TFP I am on a tight budget and need to manage energy costs where possible. Presently I need to replace the existing pump timer. It functions (dial rotates), but is...
  5. jtemplin3

    Cycle Timer - need help identifying

    I hope I am posting in the correct area. I am starting my second year of pool operation. TFP has become an invaluable resource for me. Kudos! We purchased a home with IG pool in Dec 2012. It was installed somewhere in mid 80's I believe. I have tried numerous web image searches for timers...